Transgender

Kerala makes history: Transgender students granted reservation in nursing courses

27 Jul 2023

The Kerala government has decided to give transgender students who are enrolled in BSc nursing programs in their state reservations, which is a historic decision. "Transgender people have been given reservations in the nursing profession. Health Minister Veena George announced in a statement that one seat in the BSc nursing...

Seeking Centre’s response on plea seeking separate vacancies for transgenders in public appointments: Delhi HC

25 Jan 2023

The Delhi High Court in the case Jane Kaushik vs Lieutenant Governor, Nct Of Delhi and others observed and has seek response of the Central Government on a plea seeking notification of separate vacancies for transgender persons in public appointments which includes the teaching positions. The bench headed by Justice...

India’s first transgender judge wants reservation in government jobs

17 Dec 2022

India's first transgender Judge Joyita Mondal wants the government to reserve government jobs for her community. Meanwhile, Mondal has demanded reservations in the police force and the railway that will change society's outlook towards them and help in their advancement in life. In the country her community also needs shelter...

MCD polls: Bobi wins from Sultanpuri, MCD to get first transgender councillor

07 Dec 2022

Bobi, a transgender candidate for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), made history on Wednesday by winning the Sultanpuri-A ward in the MCD elections. Following the significant victory, Bobi declared her desire to work for local development. She expressed her gratitude to everyone who had contributed to her historic victory. "I...

Delhi Police arrests man for killing transgender partner to death

16 Oct 2022

A man who allegedly killed a man and attacked a transgender has been arrested by Delhi Police. The arrested accused has been identified as Anil. Earlier on Friday at Paharganj Police Station a PCR call was received regarding a fight with transgenders. According to the police, "On reaching the spot,...

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